Homesteading has played an important part in the history of America. It was initially the normal way of life. Today, with people living a variety of self-created comfortable lifestyles, it might seem strange that there is a strong resurgence in the homesteading lifestyle. More and more people, for many reasons, have the urge to live …
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Homemade detergents are easy to make. However, stores are awash with many products all claiming to clean better than any other brand – so how do you know whether the homemade versions actually work? The easiest solution is to just buy what the stores are hawking – but more and more studies are showing that …
I have to admit admit I was stunned when a friend asked me if solar panels and chargers work indoors. My immediate reaction was no.They are solar panels and obviously, they work by the sun shining on them. Talking to other experienced solar users, however, I changed my mind, and I felt quite silly. In …
If you are anything like me, you appreciate a good bargain. However, it’s not only the special one-time offers that are important – I still want to know that I am paying the best store price compared to any other store. For example, if I purchase a 24 pack of water for my home in …
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How could should a root cellar be – and how can this simple building help you get more out of your garden’s harvest? We’ll explore just how beneficial it can be in this helpful guide. We often take modern-day appliances, such as a refrigerator, for granted. We are confident that food will remain fresh in …
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Growing anything, whether it be flowers or vegetables, requires a near-perfect environment. If plants are not watered correctly or protected from harsh weather conditions, they will not grow to their full potential. They might even die! The most important factor that dictates how plants grow is the soil (or other medium) that they are growing …
For countless homesteaders in America, no matter what their location, wood is an important resource. For many, it is that feeling of coziness enjoyed while sitting before a roaring log fire. Numerous people like myself have an abundance of free wood that is available for collection. However, lots of others are not so fortunate and …
Anyone who buys firewood regularly, whether for providing a permanent source of heat to a homestead or a cozy ambient fire in a traditional house, will be familiar with the term, “cord of firewood”. However, if you are a first-time buyer you may want to know exactly how much wood will be included when buying …
Native Americans – they were the ultimate survivalists. Their lifestyle was such that they made everything that they needed. They were farmers, extraordinarily efficient hunters, and experienced foragers. By October and early November every year, they had harvested most of their cultivated crops. However, the hardest part was preserving the food for the coming winter …
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Last year, I had a superb harvest of cantaloupe melons from my garden. I absolutely love cantaloupe melons but they don’t store well for the long-term, so I gave many away to my friends and family. With lots remaining, I turned to my friends for suggestions on how to use the rest. I hated to …
